1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2002 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Skylark | Naked |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
